Minnesota West Community and Technical College Tuition &
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a public community college in Granite Falls, Minnesota, enrolling about 1,762 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $11,191 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $6,491. Student demographics in federal data include White (67.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (16.0%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $6,491
- 2024 Average Net Price: $11,191 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,762 49.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 51.55%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 36.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 1.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 56.2%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 5,202
- Room & Board: $6,500 annual estimate
Minnesota West Community and Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about Minnesota West Community and Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Minnesota West Community and Technical College?
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is located in Granite Falls, MN (ZIP 56241).
Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College public or private?
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does Minnesota West Community and Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $6,491.
Average net price after aid: $11,191.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $8,950 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $9,317 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $10,083 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $13,563 |
| $110,001+ | $16,499 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $25,964.
How big is Minnesota West Community and Technical College?
Total enrollment: 1,762 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 5,202 students.
About 50% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Minnesota West Community and Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 51.55%.
First-year retention: 68.1%.
What do graduates of Minnesota West Community and Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $39,894 six years after entry; $45,285 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $10,987.
16.32% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Minnesota West Community and Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (268 completions)
- Farm/Farm and Ranch Management (122 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (103 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (48 completions)
- Electrician (33 completions)
- Lineworker (32 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (28 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (26 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (23 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 51.55%; median earnings $45,285 at 10 years; net price $11,191. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$6,491
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Minnesota West Community and Technical College was $6,491.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$11,191
2024 Value
In 2024 Minnesota West Community and Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $11,191.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$44,764 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$11,191 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$25,964 4-Year Tuition
$6,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,191 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$56,764 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Minnesota West Community and Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
16.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
12.74% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Minnesota West Community and Technical College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Minnesota West Community and Technical College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $5,660 | $10,807 | $10,402 |
| 2014 | $5,660 | $10,807 | $11,126 |
| 2015 | $5,676 | $10,823 | $10,574 |
| 2016 | $5,640 | $10,736 | $10,218 |
| 2017 | $5,692 | $10,838 | $10,687 |
| 2018 | $5,692 | $10,838 | $10,643 |
| 2019 | $5,846 | $11,146 | $11,952 |
| 2020 | $5,936 | $11,236 | $11,439 |
| 2021 | $6,286 | $11,936 | $11,980 |
| 2022 | $6,484 | $12,332 | $12,071 |
| 2023 | $6,484 | $12,332 | $11,898 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Minnesota West Community and Technical College reported total enrollment of about 1,762 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 57% male and 43% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (67.1%), Hispanic or Latino (16.0%), and Black or African American (6.8%). About 16.32% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 36.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
49.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Minnesota West Community and Technical College in 2024 is 1,762 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,202 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
68.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 67.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
47.08% 100% Completion Time
51.55% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 47.08% of students graduating from Minnesota West Community and Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 14% male / 86% female
- Farm/Farm and Ranch Management: 84% male / 16% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 36% male / 64% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Minnesota West Community and Technical College.
Return on Investment
$10,987 Median Student Debt
$45,285 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
24.26% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
911.64% Return on Investment
2.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Minnesota West Community and Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 52 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 268 completions
2. Farm/Farm and Ranch Management: 122 completions
3. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 103 completions
4. Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician: 48 completions
5. Electrician: 33 completions
6. Lineworker: 32 completions
7. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 28 completions
8. Welding Technology/Welder: 26 completions
9. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 23 completions
Most popular programs at Minnesota West Community and Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Minnesota West Community and Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Minnesota West Community and Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 56.2%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,212
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,795
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Granite Falls, MN, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Farm/Farm and Ranch Management, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. Enrollment is approximately 1,762 students. Student body composition includes White (67.1%), Hispanic or Latino (16.0%), Black or African American (6.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 51.55%. Approximately 16.32% of students receive Pell Grants. About 36.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Granite Falls, MN 56241
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 52 distinct degree programs, Minnesota West Community and Technical College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Minnesota West Community and Technical College located?
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is located in Granite Falls, MN.
How much does Minnesota West Community and Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $6,491 and average net price is $11,191 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $6,500 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Minnesota West Community and Technical College?
Minnesota West Community and Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 5,202 students, White (67.1%), Hispanic or Latino (16.0%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Minnesota West Community and Technical College?
About 36.6% of students at Minnesota West Community and Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Minnesota West Community and Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $39,894 six years after entry and $45,285 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Minnesota West Community and Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 51.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Minnesota West Community and Technical College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $10,987.
Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College public or private?
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Granite Falls, MN.
Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College an HBCU?
No. Minnesota West Community and Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College a tribal college?
No. Minnesota West Community and Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Minnesota West Community and Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 16.0%).
Is Minnesota West Community and Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Minnesota West Community and Technical College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Minnesota college costs
- Minnesota colleges by ROI
- Minnesota trade schools profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Minnesota
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.